Mapex MAPEX SATURN VI SATGE 22" Black Ink Burst
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Saturn series has established itself as a reliable choice in the world of hybrid maple and walnut drums, with an approach focused on "versatile premium sound." It is positioned above the manufacturer's mid-range lines, emphasizing high-end materials and meticulous craftsmanship while avoiding over-specialization: the goal is to offer a kit capable of covering many contexts, from live to home studio, with a modern and musical signature.
Who This Drum Kit Is For
The Saturn Stage 22 is aimed at intermediate to expert drummers who want a responsive, reliable, and easy-to-use shell pack without spending hours searching for the right settings. Its 22-10-12-16 configuration is particularly suited for rock, pop, funk, and fusion, while remaining comfortable in modern jazz and contemporary music thanks to its balanced dynamics and projection.
Features and Innovations
The core of this kit rests on hybrid maple and walnut shells, designed to provide a consistent response across the spectrum: solid lows, present low-mids, and clear highs. The included tom mount ensures stable and practical positioning while preserving shell resonance to maintain openness. The original Remo heads facilitate tuning and provide an immediately usable sonic foundation, while the chrome hardware enhances durability and tuning stability through transport.
The Sound
Walnut delivers dense lows, focused low-mids, and a rounder attack, ideal for adding body and foundation. Maple complements this with warmth, projection, and controlled sustain that keeps the sound lively without spreading out. Together, these woods deliver a modern, precise, and musical signature capable of "cutting through" a band without becoming aggressive.
The 22 x 18 bass drum offers a broad punch and comfortable note length, perfect for driving grooves and contemporary tuning. The 10 x 7 and 12 x 8 toms are easily tuned for clear attack and sharp articulation, while the 16 x 14 floor tom provides depth and stability in the low end. The result is a versatile, expressive drum kit that is simple to tune across a wide range.
Technical specifications
| Bass drum | 22 x 18 | Hardware | chrome |
| Tom | 10 x 7 | Included | 22-10-12-16 shells, tom mount |
| Floor tom | 16 x 14 | Not included | snare drum, cymbal stands, pedals, throne, cymbals |
Questions frequently asked
What is the configuration of the Mapex Saturn VI SATGE 22" Black Ink Burst?
The shell pack includes a 22 x 18 bass drum, 10 x 7 and 12 x 8 toms, as well as a 16 x 14 floor tom. A tom mount is included.
What woods make up the shells of this drum set?
The hybrid shells combine maple and walnut. Walnut enhances the low end and low-mids, while maple provides warmth and projection.
Is the Saturn Stage 22 suitable for rock and pop?
This 22-10-12-16 configuration is suitable for rock, pop, funk, and fusion styles. The 22 x 18 bass drum delivers a full punch ideal for driving grooves.
What hardware is included with the shells?
The 22-10-12-16 shells and tom mount are included, with factory-installed Remo heads. Snare drum, cymbals, cymbal stands, pedals, and throne are not included.
What sound does the maple-walnut combination offer on this drum set?
The maple-walnut combination produces dense lows and a rounded attack. The 10 x 7 and 12 x 8 toms maintain clear articulation when tuned. The 16 x 14 floor tom adds depth in the low register.
